It's a learning process really. I've never run studded tires as I hate the rolling resistance. Low tire pressure and extreme care around ice is the key. That said, I am thinking of getting a cyclocross bike and trying the studded tire thing there (my old mountain bike is just too damn slow, I've been spoiled riding my road bike in).
For my face, goggles are a must. When it gets really cold, I have a neck warmer on or just a scarf. It isn't easy to keep your goggles from fogging up, though.
I have a cycling jersey, a warm, long sleeved winter cycling shirt and a gore tex shell to keep me warm. I start shedding layers if I get too hot.
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